Doha, Qatar – 9 February 2025: The Baraha Musical Concert is back at Barahat Msheireb, taking place over three days on 14, 15, and 18 February – with a unique blend of Gulf folk music and animated soundtracks in an open-air setting at Msheireb Downtown Doha. In collaboration with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO), this year’s Baraha concerts are an opportunity to enjoy live performances while savouring a three-course meal in one of Doha’s most iconic destinations. Dr. Hafiz Ali Abdulla, Senior Director of Corporate Communications at Msheireb Properties, said: “The Baraha Musical Concert is all about bringing people together through music, combining contemporary and traditional sounds in the beautiful setting of Barahat Msheireb. With live performances and great food, it’s an experience that ......read more
Qatar Pro Wrestling set to bring the world’s greatest wrestling legends to Doha on 21st- 22 nd February 2025 Doha, Qatar – 08 February 2025: Qatar Pro Wrestling (QPW), the region’s first and biggest wrestling club, announces the third edition of its mega wrestling event SUPER SLAM. To be held at the Ladies Hall in Aspire Zone on February 21 and 22, 2025, SUPER SLAM III will feature wrestling legends including Mustafa Ali, Dolph Ziggler, Matt Cardona, Hijo Del Vikingo, Alberto Del Rio, Bobby Lashley. Mick Foley and Jushin “Thunder” Liger will make special appearances, challenging all to a superior Titans Clash! The two-day SUPER SLAM event will unleash an unprecedented lineup of 30 international wrestling superstars, marking QPW's continued commitment to establishing Qatar as a ......read more
Renewed collaboration highlights shared values of excellence, blending the world of aviation, sports, fashion and lifestyle January 28th 2025 Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways, the world’s best airline as voted by Skytrax in 2024, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) until 2028, reaffirming its commitment to one of the most iconic football clubs in the world, ushering in a new era of collaboration. This renewal strengthens the long-standing relationship between Qatar Airways and PSG, built on shared values of excellence, ambition, and innovation. The announcement was made a few days following The Parisian’s victory over Manchester City F.C at the Parc des Princes Stadium in the UEFA Champions League – Europe’s premier football tournament where Qatar Airways ......read more
Doha-Qatar- 22 December 2025 The eyes of the motorsport world have been on Qatar this week as the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) hosted the MENA Karting Championship Nations Cup 2024 for the second time at the Lusail International Circuit (LIC). With strong displays of regional talent and racing action, the championship – held from 19-21 December – welcomed over 150 drivers from across 16 countries in the Middle East and North Africa region. Marking the success of the championship, FIA President and Nations Cup founder Mohammed Ben Sulayem, said: “The MENA karting nations cup is an opportunity for us to showcase the best of our region. It brings global attention to MENA motorsport while offering young talent the honour of representing their nations. “My congratulations to all competitors - ......read more
Sporting legends included Novak Djokovic, F1 world champion Max Verstappen, drivers Lando Norris, George Russell and Oscar Piastri, footballers Luis Figo and Marco Materazzi, and basketball’s Tony Parker. Launched 2022, Premier Padel Legends Tour travels around the world bringing together the biggest sporting VIPs. Many more events to come from 2025 onwards. Tournament organised by Premier Padel & PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi. Doha, 1 December 2024 – Premier Padel, the world’s leading official professional padel tour, hosted the latest edition of the Premier Padel Legends Tour, bringing together some of the world’s biggest sporting VIPs to play padel in iconic places across the globe. At the invitation of Premier Padel and PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, the November 2024 edition held ......read more
Tennis icon Novak Djokovic - who recently highlighted padel's rapid growth and its impact on tennis - has now embraced the sport firsthand with Premier Padel. He joined Premier Padel Chairman Nasser Al-Khelaïfi for a padel match at the Premier Padel courts in Doha, once again showing the sport's dynamic appeal. This also follows Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, George Russell, Pierre Gasly, Oscar Piastri all taking a break from the track to visit the same Premier Padel x Qatar Airways courts in Doha ahead of the Formula 1 Qatar GP. ...read more
Series to Be Featured at Doha Film Institute’s Ajyal Film Festival on November 18 6 November 2024 - Singapore: ONE Championship (ONE), the world’s largest martial arts organization, today announced that the second season of its critically acclaimed reality series, “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition,” will premiere in Qatar and across the MENA region on TOD, beIN Media Group’s OTT platform, on Wednesday, November 20. Ahead of the Season 2 launch, “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” will be featured at Doha Film Institute’s Ajyal Film Festival, which takes place from November 16-23 at Katara Cultural Village in Doha. On Monday, November 18, there will be an exclusive red-carpet screening of one of the show’s episodes filmed in Qatar, and ONE Championship Chairman and ......read more
The Visit Qatar channel is designed to showcase Qatar as a premium travel destination Visit Qatar and Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company, have signed an agreement that includes the launch of a dedicated Visit Qatar television channel. The partnership agreement was signed at an event by Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, Chief Executive Officer of Visit Qatar and Mr. Ali Bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Es’hailSat. The dedicated Visit Qatar channel can be viewed on the Es’hail-2 satellite, broadcasted at the 26⁰ East hotspot, which has a large number of viewers due to its coverage of the entire Middle East and all of North Africa. The channel showcases Qatar as one of the world’s leading travel destinations. Hotels throughout Qatar will feature the channel on the TV of all guest rooms, giving visitors the ......read more
Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar, along with co-located Cityscape Qatar brings together leading brands, experts and decision-makers. Big 5 Talks and INDEX Talks continue to provide valuable insights into construction and design trends, focusing on sustainability and innovation. Day 3 offers further insight and inspiration, with product demos showcasing a range of products, services, systems and solutions, along with networking opportunities. October 14, 2024, Doha: His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, Minister of Municipality, toured the second day of Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar at the Doha Exhibition & Convention Center. The events continued ......read more
Doha, Qatar - 13 October 2024: The highly anticipated Cityscape Qatar 2024 opened its doors at the Doha Exhibition and Conference Center (DECC), marking the beginning of the three-day real estate exhibition. Under the patronage of H.E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the event witnessed the participation of several ministry officials, major developers and international delegates. The exhibition commenced with the opening of the second Qatar Real Estate Forum (QREF). During the forum's opening address, the Qatar Real Estate Forum announced an impressive QAR 27 billion in trade value for 2023 and the first half of 2024. His Excellency Mr. Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah, Minister of Municipality, officially inaugurated Cityscape Qatar. He was joined ......read more
The world of sports is evolving, and a new generation is embracing a blend of physical and digital experiences known as ‘phygital’ sports. As a proud Official Member of the World Phygital Community (WPC), Dallah Holding Media (DHM) is taking the lead in bringing phygital sports to Qatar. Through organising events and recruiting local talent, DHM is laying the foundation for Qatar’s bright future in this innovative sports movement. ‘The Games of the Future’, an innovative global tournament, blends traditional sports with digital gaming to create dynamic, hybrid competitions. The first edition featured a total prize pool of US$ 10 million and included 21 disciplines combining physical activity, modern technology and digital environments. With participation from 260 international teams and over 2,000 ......read more
Doha, Qatar – Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMUQ) hosted the fifth annual Qatar Collegiate Programming Competition (QCPC). The competition set a new record for participation, attracting a total of 114 teams, comprising 349 students and coaches from universities and high schools in Doha. After the end of an intense and competitive weekend, CMU-Q’s Thang Bui-Nguyen, George Chkhaidze, and Dilshodbek Khujaev took the top spot in the university track, solving an impressive 11 problems out of 13. In the high school track, Aditya Menon and Yash Sah from DPS Monarch International School were the top team, with six problems solved. It was an extraordinary showing from the high school students, whose results matched those of the second and third ranked teams in the university track. Michael Trick, dean of CMU-Q, ......read more
07 October 2024 — Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som proudly announces that Ganeshan Padmanabhan, Director of Finance and Acting Director of Marketing Communications, has been honoured as Finance Person of the Year: Highly Commended at the prestigious Hotelier Middle East Awards 2024. The 20th-anniversary celebration of the awards was held in Dubai, bringing together over 550 esteemed guests from the region's hospitality industry. The event celebrated excellence and recognized individuals who have made notable contributions to the sector. This year’s ceremony honoured winners across 35 categories, shining a spotlight on outstanding achievements within the sector. Ganeshan’s recognition in the Finance Person of the Year category reflects his outstanding financial leadership and his ability to balance both ......read more
Visit Qatar announces its partnership with the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) E1 World Championship and United Development Company (UDC) to host the inaugural edition of Visit Qatar E1 Doha GP at the signing ceremony held on September 30th at Corinthia Yacht Club. The signing ceremony was attended by, Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, Mr. Alejandro Agag, E1 Chairman and Mr. Ibrahim Jassim Al-Othman, President, CEO and Member of The Board of United Development Company. The Championship’s innovative electric race boat, the RaceBird, is scheduled for February 21-22, 2025. Set to be held at The Pearl Island in Doha, Visit Qatar E1 Doha GP will represent a significant highlight on the 2025 race calendar and marks the establishment of a racing hub in the Middle East. Corinthia Yacht Club at The Pearl ......read more
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 3rd September 2024 – While the world is still absorbing Cristiano Ronaldo’s newly launched YouTube channel reaching 50 million subscribers in less than a week, another remarkable YouTube milestone has been thriving in the background of this. A podcast episode by Thmanyah, meaning ‘eight’ in Arabic, saw remarkably more views, 110 million so far, than any other podcast episode ever posted on YouTube, breaking the Guinness World Records title for Most viewed podcase episode on the platform. This milestone beats out the Joe Rogan's famous interview with Elon Musk, which garnered 68 million views over five years. But a Saudi Arabian podcast episode called "Secrets to Thriving Relationships" has now claimed the top spot. Let’s walk you through all ......read more
September in Qatar promises an exciting line up of multicultural events including art exhibitions, musical performances, and thrilling sports tournaments. Providing the perfect long weekend getaway, Qatar invites GCC and Saudi nationals to experience the country’s vibrant culture, stunning art, and a wealth of activities available to them this September. New attractions for visitors In addition to the diverse line up of events, Qatar is home to a range of new hotels and attractions for those long, fun weekends. Meryal Waterpark, the country’s largest waterpark, features the tallest water slide in the world, in addition to several exciting rides, a beachfront, food outlets, and a waterside retail area. Another new addition to Qatar’s tourism scene is ‘Our Habitas Ras Abrouq’, an ......read more
- Ranjeev Menon: developing sustainable ecosystems that allow talents to thrive and contribute to community development - GWC Sports is a one-stop-shop provider for sports and events logistics solutions that has extensive experience August 2024 / Doha Qatar: Gulf Warehousing Company Q.P.S.C (GWC) – one of the fastest-growing logistics businesses in the MENA region, announced that its team, GWC Arrows, has won the 2023 Third Division Cricket League Championship, hosted by Qatar Cricket Association. The winning team received the championship trophy on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the Lusail Hall in the Olympic Tower. Ranjeev Menon, Group CEO of GWC, said: “Winning the championship title represents a significant achievement that supports our company's social responsibility strategy, which focuses ......read more
Qatar's premier real estate event returns on 13-15 October, featuring top developers, insightful discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities. Doha, Qatar - 20 August 2024: Cityscape Qatar, the nation's premier real estate event, is set to return for its 12th edition from 13-15 October 2024 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) in Qatar. This year's event will be co-located with Index Design Qatar and Big 5 Construct Qatar, offering a unique platform for industry professionals, homebuyers, and investors to delve into the latest real estate and development market trends and investment opportunities. Building on a legacy of over a decade, Cityscape Qatar continues to attract significant international attention, expecting more than 10,000 visitors and featuring over 90 exhibitors from ......read more
Hudson Tavern sets the stage for an unforgettable football season with an array of entertaining activities and unbeatable offers for each guest Doha, Qatar: Hudson Tavern, Mondrian Doha's American-style laid back pub, welcomes visitors and football enthusiasts to tune into the EUROS. Guests are invited to bring their A-game and participate in an array of engaging activities that promise unforgettable moments. As visitors cheer for their favourite teams, Hudson Tavern presents an irresistible offer available for the duration of any 90-minute football match, where guests can indulge in unlimited beverages from a selected and dedicated menu for an unbeatable QAR 90. To complement these free-flowing refreshments, those on their edge of their seats can calm match-day nerves by savouring specially curated burgers inspired by ......read more
Embark on a journey of culinary excellence this Eid and discover a plethora of exquisite offerings at Four Seasons at The Pearl-Qatar Whether you're seeking an epic breakfast, a lively Italian-inspired brunch, or a dazzling jazz-filled Eid celebration, there is something for everyone at this magnificent property. Doha, Qatar (June 2024): This Eid, Four Seasons at The Pearl-Qatar invites guests to experience a glamorous beachfront home away from home as it presents an array of dining delights sure to impress even the most discerning foodies. Serving up tempting breakfast and brunch offers at Spuntino, featuring the best of Southern-Italian cuisine, and an exhilarating jazz-filled Eid celebration at Chicago Rare, which showcases a modern take on a vintage Chicago steakhouse, Four Seasons at The Pearl-Qatar ensures an ......read more
LG hosts more than 100 guests at The Ned five-star hotel and members’ club in Doha, bringing even greater state-of-the-art living to the region DOHA, May 16, 2024 – LG Electronics (LG) brought its LG Life’s Good showcase event to Qatar earlier this week, where more than 100 guests descended on the exclusive, luxurious The Ned Doha, for creative product presentations set to the backdrop of an intimate gala dinner. Featuring new and exciting creations that highlight the company’s innovative features and capabilities, including LG’s premium line-up of built-in home appliances and home entertainment solutions, the unique customer-focused showcase represents a promise to bring even more products that prioritize user experience, convenience, efficiency, and sustainability to the region. Stealing the show ......read more
Doha, 14 May 2024 - The MENA Insurtech Summit 2024, the premier event for insurance and insurtech stakeholders in the Middle East and North Africa region, concluded on a high note, yesterday, on 13 May in Doha, Qatar. Powered by Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, and partners, the three-day summit, which was held under the theme ‘AI Impact on the Insurance Value Chain’, brought together 1,500 participants including 120 speakers, 40 insurance companies, 40 investors, 50 insurtechs, and an assembly of experts, entrepreneurs, regulators and technology partners from across the region and beyond to explore the latest trends and opportunities in the region's fast-growing insurtech ecosystem. The summit featured a rich and diverse agenda that covered a wide range of topics related ......read more
Leading the conversation on Middle East investment trends, QInvest's Hussain Abdulla stands at the forefront of Bloomberg Intelligence & ABANA's event. Doha, May 4, 2024 - The Bloomberg Intelligence and ABANA 2024 Middle East Investment Forum engaged participants on Thursday, May 2nd, in New York as industry leaders gathered to explore the pulse of the MENA region's economic landscape. Founded in 1983, ABANA swiftly emerged as a crucial conduit between North American and MENA financial sectors, earning recognition as a unique platform for policy dialogues that deepen understanding of business culture and capital flows between the two regions. Among the distinguished voices, QInvest's Co-Chief Executive, Hussain Abdulla, commanded the stage as a keynote speaker, delving into nuanced discussions surrounding ......read more
Doha, Qatar – 5 May 2024 – Msheireb, a pioneer in cultural preservation and innovation, has announced a strategic partnership with Metahug, the visionary gaming studio, to launch an immersive Roblox experience that allows players to explore the richness of Qatari culture. This collaboration is designed to blend education with interactive gaming, showcasing Qatar's sustainable innovations, creative chops, and deep-rooted traditions. The partnership was launched on the sidelines of the TEFFA event hosted in M7 at Msheireb Downtown Doha. The Roblox platform will host a series of mini-games, each crafted to highlight a different facet of Qatari life and history. At launch, players will be able to participate in six unique games, starting with 'Pearl Hunt,' a game that pays homage to Qatar's pearl diving ......read more
- Qatari stable Hijin Alshahaneyah earn wins in both Jidhaa races and one of the Thanaya events. - The second edition of the AlUla Camel Cup concludes on Saturday. AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 26. April 2024: The third and penultimate day of this year's AlUla Camel Cup saw packed crowds roar on the competitors at the Mughayra Heritage Sports Village racetrack during an incredible day of racing. Two categories of races took place on Friday, the 6km Jidhaa and Thanaya 8km, with each category featuring two races. The total prize pool for the day amounted to SAR25.6 million. The big winners of the day were the Qatari stable Hijin Alshahaneyah, with the first Jidhaa race seeing Aliyah claim victory with a time of 9:37.768 minutes. However, Hijin Alshahaneyah didn't stop there. The second Jidhaa race was won by the ......read more
Msheireb Award for Innovation in Design Recognises Four Winners Across the Categories of human-centred, technology-powered, sustainable and luxury and lifestyle design DOHA, 24 April 2024 — With more than 400 speakers and delegates converging at the dynamic Doha Design District, Msheireb Properties and Fast Company Middle East opened the region’s first Innovation by Design Summit on Wednesday. Celebrating visionary design thinking, the organisers also launched the Msheireb Award for Innovation in Design which recognised four outstanding winners and signalled Msheireb Properties’ plans to be an active player in shaping the future of design innovation in the Middle East. Opening the Summit, Msheireb Properties CEO Eng. Ali Al Kuwari said, “I'm proud to be here today in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha ......read more
Doha, Qatar (April 22, 2024): The Autonomous e-Mobility (AEMOB) Forum, held under the patronage of H. E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti, Minister of Transport, and hosted by its strategic partner, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) of the State of Qatar, revealed its final program and speakers lineup in a press conference held at the Ministry on Monday, 22 April. The list of sponsors of the event so far includes more than 20 prominent sponsors and partners, including Mowasalat Company (Karwa), the forum’s transportation partner, Qatar Railways Company (Rail) and Microsoft Corporation as gold sponsors, Al Jaidah Group and the Qatar Free Zones Authority as silver sponsors, and Al Abdul Ghani Motors, QTerminals, Uber and DHL were bronze sponsors of the event, along with a number of bodies, companies and other entities representing the ......read more
Doha, 23 April 2024 - Qatar Insurance Company (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, has been crowned “Best Travel Insurance Company in The Middle East” for the second consecutive year at the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards 2024. This prestigious accolade comes in recognition of QIC’s outstanding performance at the levels of travel products’ digitalization and customer service excellence regionwide, offering both outbound and inbound travelers the most convenient online experiences with extensive coverage that makes their trips to and from the region safer and more enjoyable. As part of its commitment to offering easier and better access to travel insurance for everyone, QIC introduced a series of market-first products over the past few months, including the fastest online solution ......read more
The charity auction will take place both online and offline at the Invest World Expo Dubai gala dinner on the 23rd of April (Dubai, UAE — April 17, 2024) — Tooba, the charitable platform dedicated to facilitating global giving in a quick, simple and secure manner, will mark its inaugural presence at the Invest World Expo Dubai 2024 to channel resources towards meaningful causes. The charity auction is taking place online on Tooba's instagram account and offline at the gala dinner of the event on the 23rd of April, at the Atlantis The Royal, Dubai. Participants are encouraged to make donations towards various causes, with the individual making the largest contribution earning a chance to win a special gifts by Tooba ambassadors: Official Khabib's training gloves Official Islam Makhachev's ......read more
he newly opened Resort has commissioned a series of illustrations and animated videos by the talented artist to celebrate its launch and create a visual story portraying its vibrant energy and unique living experience. Clym will also host a master class at the property, aiming to share his knowledge and unique perspective on Qatar with other local artists. April 17th, 2024, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl-Qatar, a glamorous beachfront oasis located at the Pearl-Qatar, has partnered with the world-famous artist Clym Evernden. Marking his debut in the Middle East, Clym has created an array of captivating illustrations and animations that capture the unique charm of the property. By collaborating with Clym, the property aimed to create a captivating visual story that depicts ......read more
*This title confirms the cohesion between the two brotherly nations and this honour is a new achievement for the youth of Shabab Al Ahli DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, extended his warmest congratulations and blessings to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council, and President of Shabab Al Ahli Club, on the occasion of the senior football team’s victory in the inaugural edition of the Qatar-UAE Super Sheild. Shabab Al Ahli rode on a third minute stoppage time winner from Igor Jesus to fight back and win 2-1 against Qatar’s Al Duhail at a packed Rashid Stadium in Dubai, late on Saturday. Al Duhail had initially taken the lead through a fantastic strike from ......read more
Doha, Qatar: As we bask in the final week of Ramadan and reflect on the blessings this Holy Month has brought, Mondrian Doha extends a heartfelt invitation to travellers and guests seeking to discover an oasis of luxury and culinary haven this Eid Al Fitr to experience the holiday in their whimsical hotel. Nestled in the heart of Doha, Mondrian Doha welcomes visitors to experience a holiday like no other. From April 10th, guests can book a stay in one of their opulent guest rooms and avail a special 20% discount, inclusive of a breakfast for two people. The irresistible offer is available for stays of a minimum of three nights, providing an unforgettable escape. For those looking to immerse themselves in ultimate relaxation, Mondrian Doha’s prestigious spa, ESPA, is transforming the ESPA VIP SUITE into every guest’s ......read more
visit Qatar is gearing up to host several performances during the week of Eid Al Fitr 2024, ranging from music artists to Disney blockbuster orchestral musicals. With several family-friendly performances, and others for young adults and older, Visit Qatar presents a line-up of events that cater to residents and GCC visitors of all ages to celebrate the joyous occasion. For Eid Al Fitr 2024, there will be nightly fireworks shows at Katara Cultural Village from April 10 to 12, for visitors to enjoy stunning firework displays. Al Hazm mall will be hosting Eid Al Fitr celebrations from April 10 to 13, and Lusail Boulevard will see different types of Eid celebrations from April 10 to 12. Qatar is also gearing up to host the inaugural Qatar-UAE Super Cup on April 12, welcoming football fans from the region. The LEGO ® Shows Qatar ......read more
Doha, Qatar (3 April 2024): Come show off your hero moves and join the PJ Masks at Doha Festival City from 10 to 20 April 2024! Families are invited to watch the mini stage show, enjoy the activities in the Superpower Academy and have their photo taken with the superhero trio! The interactive mini show is full of singing and dancing with kids’ participation in a Hero Training Session with the PJ MASKS characters. Young ones will learn what it takes to be a hero, how to be brave, learn the coolest hero moves, and so much more! Additionally, three distinguished retailers—FNAC, Toys R Us, and Kiddy Zones—will showcase their unique PJ Masks and Hasbro branded merchandise at the Merchandising booth, offering fans a chance to take home a piece of the adventure. *This spend offer is being provided by Doha ......read more
As part of the exciting lineup of events for the final week of Expo 2023 Doha, the Organizing Committee held the Expo 2023 Doha Awards Ceremony – the perfect sendoff for a truly global event that attracted more than 4 million visitors over 6 straight months. The event was graced by the attendance of His Excellency, Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiya, His Excellency Expo 2023 Doha Commissioner General Bader bin Omar Al Dafa, as well as AIPH Secretary General Mr. Tim Briercliffe, and BIE Secretary General Mr. Dimitri S. Kerkentzes. The ceremony highlighted the Expo 2023 Doha Organizing Committee’s appreciation of all participating countries that spared no effort to take part in the event and introduce visitors to their initiatives and innovations in sustainability, environmental conservation, ......read more
Gulf Warehousing Company (Q.P.S.C.) – Qatar’s leading logistics provider - attended Qatar Paralympic Committee (QPC) Ramadan Wheelchair Basketball Championship finals. The Ramadan Wheelchair Basketball Championship, organized by the Qatar Federation for Special Needs Sports, concluded over two days in the Federation Hall, with the participation of 20 players representing 4 teams. The final day's competitions were strong and exciting and witnessed a ranking match for third and fourth places, then the final match. Helping local talents grow is an integral part of GWC’s mission, which is why its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives—focusing on youth, education, sports, culture, knowledge creation, and entrepreneurship —help create sustainable ecosystems that benefit the community and ......read more
New Vantage GT3 storms to second and third place finishes Heart of Racing records best FIA WEC finish with second place in LMGT3 D’station Racing fights back to third place with inspired drive on debut for French drivers Clément Mateu and Erwan Bastard New WEC GT class provides close racing among rival manufacturers Saturday, 2 March, 2024, Doha: The new Aston Martin Vantage GT3 took a brilliant double LMGT3 class podium on its debut in a thrilling opening round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), held for the first time at the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar, on Saturday. Racing in the new-for-2024 LMGT3 class, the US-based Heart of Racing team, and its drivers Ian James (GBR), Daniel Mancinelli (ITA) and Alex Riberas (ESP), narrowly missed out on a maiden class victory at world level, having ......read more
Team Peugeot TotalEnergies is due to start the 2024 season of the FIA World Endurance Championship on 24-25 February at the Prologue, followed on 2 March by the Qatar 1812km in Lusail, with two 2023 versions of its PEUGEOT 9X8 The Team’s second full season gets underway in what promises to be an exciting year, with a high-class field and an eighth round added to the race calendar. The target for the no. 93 car driven by Mikkel Jensen – Nico Müller – Jean- Eric Vergne and the no. 94 car driven by Paul Di Resta – Loïc Duval – Stoffel Vandoorne will be to draw on the lessons learned last season to make the most of the 2023 PEUGEOT 9X8, before it is replaced with the 2024 version at the following round in Imola (21 April). Qatar is where an exciting new season kicks off for Team Peugeot ......read more
March 27, 2024 (Doha, Qatar) – In a spirited effort to support the educational endeavors of the world's most vulnerable and marginalized youth, the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, alongside its partners, is set to host the Goals4Good tournament. This unique event will feature both football and art competitions and will involve students from 30 schools across Qatar. The tournament, part of the EAA Ramadan 2024 Campaign under the theme "Rebuild Hope for Children", kicks off on March 1 at Doha College. From 1 pm to 8 pm Doha time, the participating schools will engage in a series of football matches leading up to quarterfinals, semifinals, and a grand final. Competitors, spanning ages 10 to 18, will be divided into both boys' and girls' teams across three age categories. These teams will vie ......read more
Doha, Qatar – February 14, 2024: Promoting a healthy lifestyle and fostering community engagement, Al Meera hosted an array of sports and entertainment activities at the Expo Doha 2023, as part of National Sport Day celebrations on 13 February 2024. This vibrant atmosphere perfectly reflected the company's commitment to social responsibility and encouraging community members to prioritize their physical fitness and well-being. The festivities drew a diverse crowd, welcoming individuals, families, and general Expo visitors to participate and celebrate an active lifestyle. The fun kicked off at 8am and catered to all ages and interests as Al Meera curated a diverse array of activities, ensuring inclusivity and enjoyment for everyone. From shopping cart races, strength challenges, and basketball shoot-outs to jumping bags ......read more
December 8, 2022 in Dubai (UAE) ended the largest construction exhibition in the Middle East region - the Big 5 Show 2022. Here, 14 Russian companies producers of building materials have presented their products to potential buyers. The exhibition was held on the territory of the international exhibition and convention center - Dubai World Trade Center from 5 to 8 December 2022. More ......read more
7 December 2022 (Doha, Qatar): Education Above All (EAA) Foundation’s Empower Youth Conference kicked off on Wednesday in the heart of the World Cup celebrations at the FIFA Fan Festival with inspiring stories about the role of football off the pitch from top athletes. The theme for this year’s renowned youth leadership conference, Football for Sustainable Development, ......read more
QIB has lined up a series of activities to share the joy of the game with the community and visitors to Qatar from across the globe Doha, Qatar – 22 November 2022: In celebration of the much-awaited sporting event in the world, Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), Qatar’s leading digital bank, has been gearing up for this milestone with a series of exciting activities and events designed for ......read more
In anticipation of its 10th anniversary celebration, the restaurant reopens with an exciting new menu following the museum’s highly anticipated refurbishment Doha, 6 November 2022 -- IN-Q Enterprises (IN-Q), the commercial arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of Qatar Museums (QM), announced the reopening of IDAM by Alain Ducasse (IDAM) restaurant at the Museum of Islamic Art ......read more
Upcoming event will focus on helping MSMEs in benefiting from the FIFA World Cup 2022™ bid. Doha, 1 November 2022: QNB, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, has announced its strategic partnership for this year’s GWC Forum, which will focus on how businesses can benefit from the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™. “QNB’s support ......read more
The exclusive collection of Diego Maradona memorabilia, consisting of almost 300 certified objects belonging to the football great will debut at the most anticipated football event this year in Qatar, to then tour the world. In partnership with Visit Qatar, Msheireb Properties, and Park Hyatt Doha, this exclusive collection, with some items to be seen for the first time in public, will share ......read more
Frankfurt, 25 October 2022: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) hosted two panel discussions as part of the KnowTalks 2022 series in collaboration with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the knowledge partner. The sessions were held during the fourth day of MBRF’s participation in the Frankfurt International Book Fair 2022, which is held in Frankfurt, ......read more
DOHA, QATAR – 24, OCTOBER 2022: In furtherance of its commitment to providing convenient access to shopping and seamless services to its customers as the countdown to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ draws closer, Al Meera Consumer Goods Company (Q.P.S.C.) has announced the opening of three more “MAAR by Al Meera” locations at Al Aziziyah metro station, Al ......read more
French Montana, CeeLo Green, Alex Sensation, Ryan Castro, Oxlade and world-leading DJs join the largest beach festival of the Qatar 2022 World Cup 19th of October, 2022 – Doha, Qatar: French Montana, CeeLo Green, Alex Sensation, Ryan Castro, Oxlade, and DJ-Twins are amongst some of the international stars who will take center stage at the forthcoming, month-long QetaiFAN Beach Fest ......read more
The sporting legends team up to uncover the identity of the revered guest in a new comedy video released as the world is ready to enjoy the biggest football tournament of 2022. Etihad Airways is increasing capacity to six flights a day, from Abu Dhabi to Doha, from 20 November. Abu Dhabi, UAE: As football fans all over the globe prepare to fly to Qatar for the biggest tournament of the ......read more
Offering a taste of the history and art displayed in the museum, the Gift Shop is an exciting enhancement to the museum experience Doha, 5 October 2022 -- IN-Q Enterprises (IN-Q), the commercial arm of Qatar Museums (QM) and a wholly owned subsidiary, announced the reopening of the Gift Shop at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) following its closure for renovation. MIA houses one of the ......read more
Doha, Qatar – Tuesday, October 4th, 2022: The first day of the Aspire Academy Global Summit 2022 (AAGS) in collaboration with FIFA concluded with a gala dinner, where the FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the delegates praising the work being done at the 8th edition of the AAGS. The evening featured a ‘Star Chat’ with former England captain David Beckham who ......read more
Doha, Qatar - Monday, October 3rd, 2022: Aspire Academy kicked off its 8th Global Summit in Doha, this time in collaboration with FIFA with a line-up of high-profile guests including football legends David Beckham and Arsène Wenger. The two-day Global Summit at Aspire Academy’s Football Performance Center brings together delegates to share their knowledge, experience and research in ......read more
Upcoming Global Summit to Host Sports Stars and Distinguished Industry Experts Doha, Qatar, 27 September, 2022 – The World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) has today announced that British Olympic long-distance runner Sir Mohamed Muktar Jama Farah – known as Mo Farah – will deliver a keynote speech at its upcoming global summit on 4–6 October. Hailed ......read more
Head to the Mondrian Doha’s Hudson Tavern to experience the famous Oktoberfest all the way from Germany. From now until 3rd October, Hudson Tavern at Mondrian Doha will be filled with the famed European atmosphere as they honour the humble hop. From Bavarian bites and tankards of traditional brews to a fun filled atmosphere, it’s sure to be an Oktoberfest to ......read more
UVentures and Qetaifan Projects, together with Madaeen Al Doha Group, have announced the plans and location for an exclusive entertainment beach festival that will operate during the twenty-nine days of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The beach-front site located in Qetaifan Island North, within the new city of Lusail, North of Doha, Qatar, will host participants, visitors and special guests ......read more
- 56 incredible artists across 28 days are set to light up Qatar with MDLBEAST’s first-ever event outside the Kingdom - Full line-up and tickets are available from September 20 and open to the public, starting from 199 QAR https://mdlbeast.com/ 14 September, Doha, Qatar: MDLBEAST, the Saudi music entertainment company committed to growing talent and the ......read more
Doha Festival City Ladies’ Club Membership Avails Holders Exclusive Shopping and Dining Benefits Doha, Qatar – 05 September 2022: Doha Festival City, Qatar's one and only choice for shopping, dining, and entertainment, is pleased to announce the addition of a host of new benefits to the Ladies’ Club members. Robert Hall, Doha Festival City’s ......read more
Edit Tweet testing to be expanded to Twitter Blue subscribers in the coming weeks UAE, 1st September: Today, Twitter rolls-out internal testing of the Edit Tweet feature before expanding to Twitter Blue subscribers in the coming weeks. The screenshot below may look a lot like an edited Tweet. That’s because it is, and people could be seeing more of them soon. Given that this ......read more
Feature is now available globally, after being tested amongst a select global feedback group back in May Dubai, UAE - 31 August, 2022: Today, Twitter is launching Twitter Circle, a new way to share Tweets with a smaller group to everyone on the platform. With Twitter Circle, people will now have the flexibility to choose who can see and engage with their content on a Tweet-by-Tweet ......read more
Doha, 28 August 2022 – As a part of its role as the Official Middle East and Africa Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2022™, QNB group unveiled its preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, and highlighted its main exciting events, initiatives, products, and services planned to take place as the country approaches the long-awaited event hosted for the first time in ......read more
Doha - 22, August 2022 - Qatar SportsTech (QST), a leading startup accelerator founded by Qatar Development Bank (QDB), announced earlier that its alumni from the 2nd Cohort, Sponix Tech, headquartered in Qatar, has received an investment boost from the UK-based Aser Ventures, the co-owner of Leeds United Football Club. Aser Ventures has acquired a strategic stake in the sportstech ......read more
UNHCR, EAA & GA collaboration will help to build stronger communities 17 August 2022: UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, Education Above All Foundation (EAA) and the Generation Amazing Foundation have announced a collaboration to develop a “Football 4 Development Playbook” (F4DP), a new toolkit that aims to support some of the world’s most vulnerable, ......read more
Twitter secures official content from every match to share with MENA-based fans throughout the tournament UAE, 15 August 2022: beIN MEDIA GROUP and its flagship channel beIN SPORTS, the official broadcaster of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has partnered with Twitter to share bespoke content throughout the world’s biggest football ......read more
With a few more weeks left to the summer holidays, Doha residents can take part in a plethora of indoor and outdoor activities as showcased by Qatar Calendar’s latest edition (qatarcalendar.com). With football tournaments, summer programs for the little ones and the opening of the much-anticipated Lusail Stadium, a case of rising football fever can be detected this month. In addition, there ......read more
Dubai, UAE - August 02, 2022: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) has seen a surge in requests for private jets to Doha as football fever kicks in ahead of this year’s FIFA World Cup in Qatar. To accommodate the huge volume of requests and to make travel more convenient, DCAF will make available aircraft ranging from the very light and affordable 4-seater Cessna Citation ......read more
Oxford Business Group launches new analysis of country’s economic development and investment opportunities Doha, July 2022: Qatar’s efforts to leverage its abundant natural gas resources and its status as host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup to develop a diversified, knowledge-based economy are mapped out in a new report just produced by the global research and advisory firm ......read more
Doha, Qatar - 05 July 2022: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company celebrated the International Plastic Free Day 2022 by replacing shopping plastic bags with reusable ones on July 3, 2022. This comes in line with Al Meera Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program as a national leading retailer, in continuation of its efforts to spread awareness of the best green practices and the ......read more
- QIC Group’s Insurtech MENA Summit 2022 gathered 40 + speakers and 250 leaders of technology companies, investors and innovators from the region and around the world. - Al Mannai: Six promising examples of startups harnessing new technologies for improved customer service in the region. DOHA, Qatar, Sunday June 26, 2022: The InsurTech MENA Summit ......read more
H.E. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Minister of Finance, State of Qatar, will give a live-interview on the sidelines of the second ‘Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg’, which has welcomed over 75 mainstage speakers and more than 500 heads of state and business leaders over the last three days in Doha and virtually. ...read more
The second ‘Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg’ opened yesterday, under the high patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar. The Forum will convene over 75 mainstage speakers and more than 500 heads of state and business leaders to tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges, through the lens of the Middle ......read more
Doha, Qatar - 17, June 2022: Al Meera Consumer Goods Company (Q.P.S.C) participated in the celebration of the World Food Safety Day 2022 in order to highlighting its continuous efforts and commitment to the highest standards of food safety. The celebration was organised by the Ministry of Municipality and Environment under the slogan "Safer Food for Better Health" at Al Khor ......read more
Taking part of one of the world’s leading trade fairs, Snoonu showcased its stellar contributions to the tech industry in Qatar Doha, Qatar - 13, June 2022: Qatar's leading tech start-up, Snoonu, participated in the Hannover Messe, one of the world's largest trade fairs, dedicated to the topic of industry development held in the German city of Hannover from the 30th ......read more
A new study brings insights into online perceptions surrounding the tournament 53M football-related Tweets recorded year-to-date 08, June 2022: With football fever already underway in the MENA region and around the world ahead of this year’s FIFA World Cup Qatar, Twitter conducted on-the-ground research to understand what people are thinking about in relation to the tournament. ......read more
DOHA, QATAR: June 2, 2022: As part of its entertainment shows, Mall of Qatar is hosting the Crazy Dunkers until the 4th of June to amaze Qatar's audience with never-seen-before acrobatic slam stunts. The Crazy Dunkers are known worldwide as the leading professional acrobatic basketball slam dunk team. They have been entertaining crowds through amazing performances at big events, from the ......read more
Co-Hosted with Qatar Central Bank, the Euromoney Qatar Conference discussed strategy and finance in the new global landscape. Doha, Qatar – 30, May 2022: Investment professionals, financiers, government officials and economists gathered for the Euromoney Qatar Conference on Sunday 29 May at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Doha to further educate themselves on the ever-changing ......read more
Doha, May 24 (QNA) : Under the patronage of HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, HE Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani inaugurated Tuesday morning the 14th edition of Milipol Qatar 2022, an international event for homeland security and civil defense. The three-day exhibition will be held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention ......read more
20 April 2022 – Over the past couple of years, Guinness World Records™ witnessed an exceptional interest in the world record title of Tallest stack of M&M's®, which has just been topped up by an additional piece to become 7 in total, as achieved by Ibrahim Sadeq, a 29 years old from Iraq. In a video of unbelievable gravity-defying way, Sadeq was able to stack the 7 ......read more
Guinness World Records reveals the world’s tallest family is an average of 203.29 cm tall April 14, 2022: The Trapp family from Duluth, Minnesota has achieved the Guinness World Records title for tallest family. The family is an average of 203.29 cm (6 ft 8.03 in) tall. The heights of each family member measure at: • Kristine ......read more
The new partnership will offer local artists the platform to showcase their talent and creative artworks Doha, Qatar – 13, April 2022: Mondrian Doha, Doha’s leading luxury hotel that celebrates fashion, art, culture, and music, collaborated with Fire Station on their ‘Artists in Residence’ programme for a cultural initiative dedicated to supporting ......read more
Dubai, UAE – 12 April, 2022: Following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Final Draw, Hisense, the Official Sponsor of this quadrennial tournament, has outlined plans to provide regional football fans with hyper-realistic stadium-like at-home viewing experiences through the comfort of their home during the largest international sports event, which is taking place from November 21st until ......read more
The new partnership will offer local artists the platform to showcase their talent and creative artworks Doha, Qatar – 11 April 2022: Mondrian Doha, Doha’s leading luxury hotel that celebrates fashion, art, culture, and music, collaborated with Fire Station on their ‘Artists in Residence’ programme for a cultural initiative dedicated to supporting ......read more
The action-packed event will run from March 4 - 6, 2022, and will feature the only night race of the 2022 MotoGP™ World Championship The 2022 MotoGP™ World Championship is set to take place 30km outside of the capital city of Doha, Qatar, in the state-of-the-art Lusail Circuit Sports Club (LCSC). Fans will have the unique opportunity to experience the thrilling action at night, ......read more
Doha, 3 February 2021: Qatar Insurance Group, the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region is once again the Platinum Sponsor of Katara’s International Arabian Horse Festival (KIAHF) organized by Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) in co-operation with Qatar Equestrian Federation, Qatar Racing, Equestrian Club and Qatar Foundation under the patronage of His Highness the ......read more
In the presence of high-level dignitaries and guests from Shenzhen, China and Dubai, UAE, the Shenzhen Products Show was successfully inaugurated yesterday in Dubai to a large audience of enthusiastic buyers across the UAE. The Hybrid event which is being held at Dubai Chambers headquarters in Dubai was attended by government officials and entrepreneurs from Dubai and Shenzhen, ......read more
Dubai, UAE: With the successful opening of EXPO 2020 Dubai last October 1, 2021, the China Pavilion being one of the largest, has emerged as one of the most popular pavilion attracting thousands of visitors daily. As one of China’s successful business regional centers and one of the most economically potential cities in the country, Shenzhen’s industries, brands and products ......read more
December 04, 2021: Doha, Qatar: Aspire Academy is hosting the 7th Edition of its annual Aspire Academy Global Summit for football performance and Science virtually on Thursday (December 2), under the theme :‘Aspire Fellows Meet Other Sports’. The aim of the summit is to explore the possibilities of exchanging ideas between football and other sports on ......read more
Doha, Qatar - 30, November 2021: Qatar Postal Services Company (Qatar Post) has announced the launch of the official stamp for the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021™. This comes as part of the signed agreement between Qatar Post and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), under which Qatar Post is designated as the official licensee for commemorative stamps for the ......read more
One-year countdown discussion explores social, cultural, and economic legacy of the tournament – as QF announces new inclusive sport partnership with FIFA Foundation Kuwait, November 24, 2021: Qatar is more ready to host a FIFA World Cup™ than any nation in history and will deliver the “best World Cup ever”, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has told Qatar ......read more
FIFA President Gianni Infantino among speakers for virtual discussion one year away from FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ kicking off Doha, Qatar, November 22, 2021: As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ reaches the one-year mark, Qatar Foundation, FIFA, and the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy are teaming up to look at what the final phase of preparations will ......read more
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